Greetings.
Words can not express how joyful we are right now. However, since this is a blog, I will attempt to capture as best as I can. Elsa passed her final tests in flying colors and the nurses asked Mari if she wanted to take Elsa home today. Before the sentence was completed, I believe Mari had said, 'YES!'.
She is now resting up nicely at home.
In an almost ironic twist, Jonas was almost moved up to the ICN to her spot. The doctor decided that she wanted to keep an eye on him for a bit more though and held off on the move. He still has a bit of reflux and they just want to make sure he gets all of his feeding issues behind him first.
One of the final tests that Elsa had was an ultrasound on her brain. When she was born, she was diagnosed with a level four, the most severe, brain bleed. Over the past months we have heard increasingly good news about her brain. The doctors decided to save the best news for last. The final ultra sound showed a full recovery of the brain tissue. What wonderful news! We have many checkups for both kids over the next couple of years but it is so amazing to hear how their bodies can heal.
I feel as though I might be rambling on so I am going to go hold Elsa.:) Thank you for the kind words, prayers, and support!
God Bless,
Dan & Mari & Elsa & Jonas
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ReplyDeleteYippee!!! Praise the Lord...and for those wonderful test results on the brain...we have tears of joy!!
ReplyDeleteLove, Jane and Ralph
PRAISE THE LORD!!! GOD is good! Mari, Dan and the Kiddos, I have been praying for you sooo often. This is such a blessing, I know there is sooo much more to come!
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So excited! Saw the first picture and we got excited! Then the news about Elsa's brain! We are so excited for the four of you and the blessings your little treasures are! What a wonderful amazing day!
ReplyDeleteWoo Hoo!! We're so thrilled for you and all the good news... sleep tight at home, Elsa..
ReplyDeleteYAY!!!!!!!!!!! Wonderful news!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is so amazing. I can't wait to meet her at church sometime soon!!!! Congrat on this huge step forward.
ReplyDeletePRAISE THE LORD!! Your post brought tears to my eyes as I am reminded of God's goodness and faithfulness. Of course I am thrilled that Elsa is at home, but that ultrasound report...what an amazing testiment of God's ability to HEAL!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home Little Elsa! We will continue to pray for Jonas to catch up to his sister so that your family can ALL be snuggling at home! Praise God.
Our praises, as well. Cheers for all! Blessings for all. Thanks to our Lord and Protector. Elsa, what an amazing little girl. Soon Jonas will join the gang. Your news is happiness for all.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Don and Delores
Way to go Elsa! Come on Jonas, you can do it little buddy!
ReplyDeleteWe are so excited that you get to have little Elsa home and will continue to pray for Jonas to follow soon. Praise God. The Mariani's
ReplyDeleteThis is terrific news. I sense that Jonas will know his sister is home enjoying the good life and will improve in a flash.
ReplyDeleteDan and Mari, What wonderful news. We have been on pins and needles waiting for this wonderful news. God heals everything. I know Jonas is not far behind and will be home very soon! Prayers will continue and the miracle of our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12) will continue to bless your family! Much love to all of you.
ReplyDeleteThat is such exciting news, praise the Lord! I'm so glad to hear Elsa is home and it seems like Jonas isn't too far behind her. Your faith and courage through this all is such a testament!
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Heather Linderman (Johnson)
Dan and Mari,
ReplyDeleteI am so thrilled with this wonderful news. Way to go, Elsa! And Jonas, it'll be your turn soon. My prayer will continue for all of you.
With lots of love,
Ayako
Way to go Elsa! Can't wait to hear when Jonas is home soon too, snuggled right beside her! Isn't it the most wonderful feeling!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!! Oh, I am SO THRILLED for you!!! We all feel, I'm sure, like we've been living this with you, by keeping up on your blog. It has been such a touching/moving experience! We're THRILLED for you + are looking forward to hearing that Jonas will be joining her, too. I REALLY wish I could be there to photograph those two, along with you, their two wonderfully dedicated (and exhausted, I'm sure) parents. Maybe sometime when we get out to WA for another visit.
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